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Unblocking and Cleaning of Bin Chutes, Bin Area Cleaning, Fire Certification and Maintenance

Fife Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Dec 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

22 Aug 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Fife Council is inviting tenders for the "Unblocking and Cleaning of Bin Chutes, Bin Area Cleaning, Fire Certification and Maintenance" contract, targeting the services industry at several locations across Fife. The procurement process, characterised under the open procedure, is at the tender stage with a deadline for submissions set for 8th September 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £115,000 GBP. Prospective bidders can submit their tenders electronically via the specified platform, and the award period is expected to begin on the same date as the deadline. Fife Council, a regional local authority, is the main buyer, with Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court acting as the review body.

This procurement offers a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning services, fire safety management, and maintenance. Companies with technician expertise in performing controlled smoke tests, seal testing, and understanding BS standards for fire safety are well-positioned to compete. The tender's open procedure allows for robust competition, while the 24-month renewal option provides a chance for long-term engagement. Firms with industry certifications such as CSCS Card and COSHH training, especially those able to fulfil community benefit promises, will find this tender particularly suited to enhancing their service portfolios and expanding their public sector procurement credentials.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Unblocking and Cleaning of Bin Chutes, Bin Area Cleaning, Fire Certification and Maintenance

Notice Description

Fife Council requires to appoint a Contractor capable of meeting the needs of the Council in relation to the cleaning and sanitising of bin chutes, bins and associated storage areas at various locations throughout Fife. This will include the clearing of blockages within the bin chutes.On a 6 monthly basis the Service Provider will be responsible for maintaining to the standard BS9999 and testing the fire safety (Damper/Plates) of each bin chute, they require to be fully qualified and have a complete understanding of all the safety features included in the installation. Technicians should be able to carry out controlled smoke tests, fire closure plate tests and servicing. This will involve: Perform Smoke Seal Testing, Seal Replacement, Damper/Plate Repair or replacement, Hopper Repairs, Hopper Replacement, servicing parts required for functioning. Fife Council require Inspection Reports detailing any deficiencies and recommendations for corrective actions and to provide a compliant Fire Certification on completion. Replacement Components where required will be fitted with a rating as guided to comply with BS476 part 20/22 transitioning to BS EN1634-1. associated storage areas at various locations throughout Fife.

Lot Information

Unblocking and Cleaning of Bin Chutes, Bin Area Cleaning

Fife Council requires to appoint a Contractor capable of meeting the needs of the Council in relation to the cleaning and sanitising of bin chutes, bins and associated storage areas at various locations throughout Fife. This will also include the unblocking of bin chutes when required.

Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: 24-Months

Servicing, Fire Certification & Maintenance

On a 6 monthly basis the Service Provider will be responsible for maintaining to the standard BS9999 and testing the fire safety (Damper/Plates) of each bin chute, they require to be fully qualified and have a complete understanding of all the safety features included in the installation. Technicians should be able to carry out controlled smoke tests, fire closure plate tests and servicing. This will involve: Perform Smoke Seal Testing, Seal Replacement, Damper/Plate Repair or replacement, Hopper Repairs, Hopper Replacement, servicing parts required for functioning. Fife Council require Inspection Reports detailing any deficiencies and recommendations for corrective actions and to provide a compliant Fire Certification on completion. Replacement Components where required will be fitted with a rating as guided to comply with BS476 part 20/22 transitioning to BS EN1634-1.

Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: 24-Months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000793984
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545851
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£67,448 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Fife Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 5LT
Postcode Area
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Hydro Wash Ltd t/a Hydrochute & Hydrotech

Further Information

Notice Documents

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